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Prachett based Ankh-Morpork on 18th century London, but he knew his history. Some aspects of Ankh-Morpork were based on Rome (Republic and Empire) and others based on 16th century Italy. Forex, 'The Patrician' is a clear callback to the Medici and Machiavelli.

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